F30 Coilovers Options - Comprehensive Overview - Page 3 - BMW 3-Series Forum (F30 / F32)

tiltmode43 · 10-26-2012, 06:55 PM

CKS coilovers on the way

Number · 10-27-2012, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tiltmode43

CKS coilovers on the way

You ordered a set?

tiltmode43 · 10-27-2012, 11:41 AM

Talked to John last night. Turned out he and I had some mutual friends and the shop is down the street, had to give them a try. Next week is pretty much a dead week for most aftermarket parts companies due to SEMA so I'm hoping the have them in hand about a week after SEMA. Did you end up ordering? He mentioned another F30 owner who previously had KW's was either thinking of ordering or already placed an order.

Excited to finally get coils, now I can throw some wheels on and ditch my OE 17's!

Number · 10-27-2012, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tiltmode43

Talked to John last night. Turned out he and I had some mutual friends and the shop is down the street, had to give them a try. Next week is pretty much a dead week for most aftermarket parts companies due to SEMA so I'm hoping the have them in hand about a week after SEMA. Did you end up ordering? He mentioned another F30 owner who previously had KW's was either thinking of ordering or already placed an order.

Excited to finally get coils, now I can throw some wheels on and ditch my OE 17's!

That would be me. Did you order the Swift springs with the kit?

tiltmode43 · 10-27-2012, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Tremolo

That would be me. Did you order the Swift springs with the kit?

Yup! Quality springs typically make a big difference, though I'm sure nothing is wrong with the standard springs. Still undecided on which rates to go with though. Curious, who did you order from? PM me if you don't wish to post.

RSXDC5 · 10-29-2012, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by m3 guy

Do you know if they are working on camber plates and rsm's as well?

Sorry just saw this, yes, they are working on camber plates as well. Not sure what RSM's are...fill me in maybe?

f30N55 · 10-29-2012, 05:50 PM

H&R coilovers are out
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-...uspension.aspx

m3 guy · 10-29-2012, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by RSXDC5

Sorry just saw this, yes, they are working on camber plates as well. Not sure what RSM's are...fill me in maybe?

Rear Shock Mounts

s1k0ne · 10-29-2012, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by f30N55

H&R coilovers are out
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-...uspension.aspx

Do the H&Rs work with the EDCs?

tiltmode43 · 10-29-2012, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by f30N55

H&R coilovers are out
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-...uspension.aspx

Thanks! Updating OP

Edit: If there is a Mod reading, would you mind re-titling this thread to "F30 Coilovers Options - Comprehensive Overview" or something similar? I'm trying to keep this thread up to date with relevant & unbiased info for anyone looking for a coilover kit for the F30.

f30N55 · 10-30-2012, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by s1k0ne

Do the H&Rs work with the EDCs?

not sure i would call turner or contact H&R.

I would be interested to see how these coilovers are, seems to be reasonably priced.

Sephanite · 11-04-2012, 12:27 AM

are the KW V3's still on recall?

tiltmode43 · 11-06-2012, 02:52 PM

The H&R's look reasonably priced indeed. The new thread up has a lot of info and great pics. I was surprised to see the car in the H&R booth at SEMA this year!

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Originally Posted by Sephanite

are the KW V3's still on recall?

Would be best to contact one of their resellers and ask if they are open for order. You could also try contacting KW NA but I feel that might be a bit trickier to get an answer.

F555 · 11-09-2012, 05:27 AM

I just ordered my self a KW DDC for F30. comes compatible with on board BMW EDC.
so just plug in & play as inform from my local shop, & no recoding are needed, dunno if this is true.
Has anybody using this KW DDC yet? looking for any review on this kit.
my question is: Can u still add Wifi Module for iphone if u want the factory edc button to work as well. so both factory EDC & iphone to work together.

s1k0ne · 11-09-2012, 07:41 PM

So my shop told me the following regarding KW's EDC delete and non delete options and for other coilovers.

M sport package owners have M adaptive suspension which throws off a code or some message if it can't detect it. KW has the EDC delete module which doesn't allow the code or message to come on.

Can we get a list of coilovers that are confirmed to not throw off codes for M sport package owners? Thanks.

Autovox_SG · 11-19-2012, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by tiltmode43

This thread began asking where all of the coilover options were for the F30 before many kits were released. Since this thread was started, we've seen a couple companies begin to offer kits. From here out, this thread will be a comprehensive list of all coilover options offered for the F30 platform. If you know of any not listed in this first post please reply to thread and I will add them! Pricing is approximate, all info is based on what is available online.

F30 Coilover Options

BC RACING

$999.00
8/15/12 Confirmed -> BC Racing Coilovers on F30
Back-ordered until after SEMA. Drop-Shipping is available though
Must use OEM top hats
Damping on top for front
Damping on strut for rears
Swift Springs is an option
More info here -> http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=734552

BILSTEIN

MSRP ???
Rumored to be available in Germany, nothing stateside yet

CKS

$1850.00 [$2200.00 w/Optional Swift Springs]
Released 05/12
Evolution Racewerks is currently using these on their project 328i w/Swift Springs.
Includes top hats
Includes Camber plates for front
Damping on top for front
Damping on strut for rears
Includes thrust washers for the springs
Swift Springs is an option

HP Autowerks hinted at a kit in
this thread but nothing yet.

8/8/12 Prototyping Koni based coilover system

H&R

$1680.00
Front adjustment range: -1.5-2.6"
Rear adjustment range: -1.3-2.3"
More info here -> http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=766691

KW

$1600-$2850 [Variant 1 - Variant 3 w/Electronic Damping Control]
8/14/12 Confirmed Released -> KW V1, V2, & V3 for F30
Sales halted due to recall
Must use OEM top hats
Has adjustable damping on top hats

tiltmode43 · 11-19-2012, 05:58 PM

Thanks Autovox! Updated OP.

RollingLower42 · 11-22-2012, 04:16 AM

So the whole KW recall thing is a bunch of B.S? Or what?

tiltmode43 · 11-22-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RollingHard28

So the whole KW recall thing is a bunch of B.S? Or what?

Supposedly! However, I did have one of their reseller's tell me they tried to order a KW kit for a customer but KW had halted sales due to an issue with the coilover design. I work with this shop regularly so I'm not sure why they would tell me if it weren't true.

Either way, it's good to see KW is backing their product! For anyone interested in KW's, Tremolo's thread does lend some insight to the current design.

RollingLower42 · 11-22-2012, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by tiltmode43

Supposedly! However, I did have one of their reseller's tell me they tried to order a KW kit for a customer but KW had halted sales due to an issue with the coilover design. I work with this shop regularly so I'm not sure why they would tell me if it weren't true.

Either way, it's good to see KW is backing their product! For anyone interested in KW's, Tremolo's thread does lend some insight to the current design.

Ok interesting. I got the KW V2's and I absolutely love them. I just keep hearing rumors of a recall / wrong springs / it being too low? Personally I love it the height I am at, so no complaints from me! They are great

tiltmode43 · 11-23-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RollingHard28

Ok interesting. I got the KW V2's and I absolutely love them. I just keep hearing rumors of a recall / wrong springs / it being too low? Personally I love it the height I am at, so no complaints from me! They are great

I think for the right owners, the ride height is perfect. Problem is, with people who only want a subtle drop. Right now it seems the highest setting is tucking a bit of tire (or nearly tucking tire) which for many, is lower than ideal. Does this sound about right?

Glad KW is still standing behind the product and clearing up the words that have been floating around.

Sock_Puppet · 11-27-2012, 10:36 PM

I spoke to a distributor for BC and, based on their replies, and the fact that I despise the fact that my F30 looks like it is walking around on stilts, I suppose that's the way I'll go.

Truthfully, though, as I doubt I would be swapping the ride-height any, coilovers seem like overkill but I don't want to purchase just springs, either, and I'm unable to find F30 shocks...

10-26-2012, 06:55 PM	#45
tiltmode43 I plead the 5th. Drives: F30 328i Alpine White [N26] Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 357 iTrader: (3)	CKS coilovers on the way __________________ -Matt Build Thread Evolution Racewerks \| CKS Suspension \| P3Cars \| VMR Wheels \| Flickr

10-27-2012, 11:41 AM	#47
tiltmode43 I plead the 5th. Drives: F30 328i Alpine White [N26] Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 357 iTrader: (3)	Talked to John last night. Turned out he and I had some mutual friends and the shop is down the street, had to give them a try. Next week is pretty much a dead week for most aftermarket parts companies due to SEMA so I'm hoping the have them in hand about a week after SEMA. Did you end up ordering? He mentioned another F30 owner who previously had KW's was either thinking of ordering or already placed an order. Excited to finally get coils, now I can throw some wheels on and ditch my OE 17's! __________________ -Matt Build Thread Evolution Racewerks \| CKS Suspension \| P3Cars \| VMR Wheels \| Flickr

11-19-2012, 05:58 PM	#61
tiltmode43 I plead the 5th. Drives: F30 328i Alpine White [N26] Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 357 iTrader: (3)	Thanks Autovox! Updated OP. __________________ -Matt Build Thread Evolution Racewerks \| CKS Suspension \| P3Cars \| VMR Wheels \| Flickr

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f30N55 Private First Class Drives: bmw F30 335i sport Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NY Posts: 155 iTrader: (0)	H&R coilovers are out http://www.turnermotorsport.com/BMW-...uspension.aspx

11-04-2012, 12:27 AM	#56
Sephanite First Lieutenant Drives: BMW Z4 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Melbourne Posts: 316 iTrader: (0)	are the KW V3's still on recall?

11-09-2012, 05:27 AM	#58
F555 Lieutenant Drives: F30 - 335i Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Indonesia Posts: 434 iTrader: (0)	I just ordered my self a KW DDC for F30. comes compatible with on board BMW EDC. so just plug in & play as inform from my local shop, & no recoding are needed, dunno if this is true. Has anybody using this KW DDC yet? looking for any review on this kit. my question is: Can u still add Wifi Module for iphone if u want the factory edc button to work as well. so both factory EDC & iphone to work together.

11-09-2012, 07:41 PM	#59
s1k0ne Second Lieutenant Drives: .. Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: CA Posts: 246 iTrader: (0)	So my shop told me the following regarding KW's EDC delete and non delete options and for other coilovers. M sport package owners have M adaptive suspension which throws off a code or some message if it can't detect it. KW has the EDC delete module which doesn't allow the code or message to come on. Can we get a list of coilovers that are confirmed to not throw off codes for M sport package owners? Thanks.

11-22-2012, 04:16 AM	#62
RollingLower42 First Lieutenant Drives: 2012 BMW 335I Join Date: May 2012 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 329 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 335I F30 [0.00]	So the whole KW recall thing is a bunch of B.S? Or what?

11-27-2012, 10:36 PM	#66
Sock_Puppet Enlisted Member Drives: 2013 328i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 37 iTrader: (0)	I spoke to a distributor for BC and, based on their replies, and the fact that I despise the fact that my F30 looks like it is walking around on stilts, I suppose that's the way I'll go. Truthfully, though, as I doubt I would be swapping the ride-height any, coilovers seem like overkill but I don't want to purchase just springs, either, and I'm unable to find F30 shocks...